8.1
2023 Audi SQ7 TFSI review
The Audi SQ7 is getting long in the tooth, but its sonorous petrol V8 means it still has something to offer in 2023.
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Scott Collie
2024 Audi SQ7 vs 2023 Isuzu MU-X Comparison
Audi SQ7
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Isuzu MU-X
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2024 Audi
SQ7
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2023 Isuzu
MU-X
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
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8.1
7.8
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Based on the Audi SQ7 4.0 TFSI QUATTRO
Based on the Isuzu MU-X LS-U (4x4)
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
TowingFuel Efficiency
85L
1029 km
80L
592 to 664 km
Warranty
5 year
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6 year
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MSRP
$164,869 - $175,900
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Who doesn't love a V8
- Impressive interior technology
- Solid space in second row
Misses
- Third row tight alongside newer rivals
- It's a thirsty ol' bus
- Feeling its age in places
Josh Nevett
Marketplace Journalist
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Proven off-road capability
- Fuel-efficient
- Space for seven adults
Misses
- Lethargic engine
- Towing capacity down on rivals
- Slow infotainment system
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Black Exterior Styling Package Plus (+$2,550)
- Black Style Pack (+$1,850)
- Dynamic Pack (+$10,900)
- Exclusive Paint (+$7,600)
- Heated Front & Rear Outer Seats (+$900)
- Mica Paint (+$650)
- Metallic Paint (+$650)
Colours Available
The 2023 Isuzu MU-X is available in the following exterior paint colours:
- Basalt black mica
- Cobalt blue mica
- Galaxy blue mica (LS-U and LS-T only) (NEW)
- Magnetic red mica
- Mercury silver metallic
- Mineral white
- Moonstone white pearl (LS-U and LS-T only)
- Obsidian grey mica
All premium paints cost an additional $650.
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Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ | TURBO CDI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 3996 | 1898 - 2999 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.0L | 3.0L, 1.9L | |
| Induction | ||
| TWIN TURBO V8 | DIESEL TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 373kW | 140kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5500 | 3600 | |
| Torque | ||
| 770Nm | 450Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 2000 | 1600 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.1 | 16.3 | |
